Illustrative promotional artwork: Nohkalikai Falls – Sohra, Meghalaya
Illustrative promotional artwork: Dawki / Umngot River, Meghalaya
Illustrative promotional artwork: Krang Suri Falls, Meghalaya
Illustrative promotional artwork: Mawlynnong Village, Meghalaya
Illustrative promotional artwork: Living Root Bridge – Riwai, Meghalaya
Illustrative promotional artwork: Mawsmai Cave – Sohra, Meghalaya
Illustrative promotional artwork: Umiam Lake, Meghalaya
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RAAHII

SEASON 7 · MEGHALAYA EXPLORER EXPEDITION · 18–23 JAN 2027

From Gorakhpur to the City of Clouds - beyond books, on a journey of memories.

RAAHII Season 7 · Meghalaya

What is RAAHII?

  • Concept: A student educational expedition where nature, culture and teamwork become the classroom.
  • Season 7: Meghalaya – 18–23 January 2027.
  • Open to: Students of Classes 6–12 from all schools.
  • Ideation Partner: Indian Revolutionary Welfare Trust.
  • Execution Partner: The Indian Revolutionary School (10+2).

The City of Clouds – Meghalaya

  • Journey: Gorakhpur → Guwahati → Shillong and the wonders of Meghalaya.
  • Experience: Misty valleys, limestone caves, waterfalls, village culture and the clear Umngot River.
  • Stay: Three nights planned in Shillong.
  • Note: Destination visits and outdoor activities depend on final transport, permissions and safety checks.

Proposed Journey · 18–23 January

  • 18 Jan: Depart Gorakhpur by train.
  • 19 Jan: Reach Guwahati; transfer to Shillong.
  • 20 Jan: Sohra / Cherrapunji – Mawkdok, Mawsmai Cave, Nohkalikai Falls; Seven Sisters viewpoint if feasible.
  • 21 Jan: Mawlynnong, Dawki/Umngot River and Krang Suri Falls – demanding circuit, subject to operator validation.
  • 22 Jan: Umiam Lake stop while transferring to Guwahati; return train.
  • 23 Jan: Return to Gorakhpur.

Fees & Inclusions

  • Trip fee after subsidy: ₹8,999 per selected candidate.
  • Registration fee: ₹200, separate from the ₹8,999 trip participation fee.
  • The ₹200 registration fee is never deducted, adjusted, credited or offset against the ₹8,999 trip participation fee. Selected candidates pay the full ₹8,999 separately.
  • Non-selection refund: Applicants who are not selected receive a full ₹200 refund within 7–10 working days after the final selection decision, subject to payment-channel processing.
  • Included: Planned travel, meals, accommodation and standard entry tickets.
  • Not promised: Optional boating, bathing, personal shopping and other extras unless explicitly confirmed.

42 Seats · Selection-Based Entry

Registration launch target: 8 November 2026, subject to readiness checks. Application payment does not reserve a seat.

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Selection & Registration · Season 7

Registration target: 8 November 2026

Key Dates & Eligibility

  • Trip: 18–23 January 2027.
  • Departure city: Gorakhpur; open to all schools.
  • Classes: 6–12, open to all schools.
  • Seats: Only 42 candidates will be selected.
  • Application deadline: To be announced.

Selection in Two Stages

  • Stage 1: Application form shortlisting.
  • Stage 2: Interaction with candidate and parent/guardian.
  • Final confirmation: On selection, consent and payment of the subsidised trip fee.

₹200 Registration Fee

  • Registration fee: ₹200 per applicant.
  • Separate fees: The ₹200 registration fee is never deducted, adjusted, credited or offset against the ₹8,999 trip participation fee. Selected candidates pay the full ₹8,999 separately.
  • Refund: Applicants who are not selected receive a full ₹200 refund within 7–10 working days after the final selection decision, subject to payment-channel processing.
  • Important: Paying the registration fee does not guarantee selection.
  • Payment: Secure online Paytm checkout will be enabled after testing.

What Selected Students Receive

  • Subsidised fee: ₹8,999 per selected candidate.
  • Included: Travel, pre-arranged food, accommodation and standard entry tickets.
  • Safety: Supervision and activity rules will be published before confirmation.
  • Itinerary: Subject to final operational approvals.

Registration · Target 8 November 2026

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Applications and Paytm payments will open only after secure server-side verification and confirmation testing. Please do not use last season’s payment QR or registration form.

Registering is not the same as being selected.

Safety information for parents

Planned advance reconnaissance

Columbus expert advance reconnaissance is planned at least 30 days before departure to assess routes, stays and activity conditions. This preparation is not yet represented as completed.

Mentor supervision

The planned minimum is 1 mentor per 6 students: at least 7 mentors for 42 students. Final staffing and arrangements will be shared once confirmed.

Parent updates and itinerary

Guardian-consented live location updates are planned, subject to connectivity and network availability. A continuous connection cannot be guaranteed. The fixed day-wise itinerary will be published once verified.

Parent journey guide

Open the print-ready Season 7 guide for dates, fees, selection, planned destinations and safety notes. It is not a booking confirmation.

Open Season 7 journey guide

Registration, refund & privacy terms

Separate fees and selection

Registration is selection-based and open to Classes 6–12 from all schools, with 42 student seats.

₹200 is the separate registration fee. ₹8,999 is the separate trip participation fee for selected candidates.

The ₹200 registration fee is never deducted, adjusted, credited or offset against the ₹8,999 trip participation fee. Selected candidates pay the full ₹8,999 separately.

Registration payment does not reserve or confirm a trip seat.

Full refund if not selected

Applicants who are not selected receive a full ₹200 refund within 7–10 working days after the final selection decision, subject to payment-channel processing.

For a refund query, contact info@raahii.in with your application reference. Do not send card details or payment credentials.

Privacy and guardian consent

The form collects student name, class, school, optional date of birth, and guardian name, mobile number and email to assess the application, contact the guardian, and manage selection, payment verification and refunds.

Access is intended for authorised registration staff; necessary payment information is shared with the payment provider. This registration application does not send student personal data to Meta.

The guardian must review these terms and authorise application processing and essential registration communications. WhatsApp messaging and planned live location updates require separate guardian consent. Live updates are subject to connectivity; this form does not collect live location.

For access, correction, retention or deletion questions, contact info@raahii.in. No retention period is specified in this notice.

Umiam Lake in Meghalaya, scenic partner-section background

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Memories Background

Raahii-2: Banaras

Our second season took 150+ students to Sarnath and Banaras. We explored the ghats and museums.

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Raahii-3: Golden Triangle

A full bus journey with ~120 students. In Delhi: Lotus Temple, Red Fort. Jaipur: Hawa Mahal.

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Raahii-4: Kolkata

A train-led culture-to-coast sprint. Kolkata welcomed us with Science City. Then Digha Beach at dawn.

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Raahii-5: Nepal

Our 50-student bus caravan crossed into Nepal. Pokhara glowed with Phewa Lake. Rated 9.6/10.

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THE JOURNEY CONTINUES · PREVIOUS SEASON

RAAHII 6 · Darjeeling, Gangtok & Nathula Pass

पहाड़ों की राह, दोसà¥Âतों का साथ – हर मोड़ पर à¤Âक नई याद।

From Darjeeling to Gangtok and Nathula Pass, revisit the places, friendships and unforgettable moments that shaped our sixth season.

Raahii-6 group viewing Himalayan mountain peaks
Mountain Horizons
Raahii-6 group visit at Tsomgo Lake
Tsomgo Lake Memories
Raahii-6 students posing against mountain landscape
Together in the Mountains
Raahii-6 students at Darjeeling Zoo
Darjeeling Discovery
Raahii-6 participants on scenic outdoor steps
Moments Together
Raahii-6 participant near frozen waterfall
Winter Wonders
Raahii-6 group on mountain excursion
Travel, Learn, Explore
Raahii-6 students and staff ready for travel
The Journey Begins
FAQ Background

Common FAQs

Who can apply? Registration is selection-based and open to Classes 6–12 from all schools. There are 42 student seats.

When is the proposed trip? 18–23 January 2027. Rail and local travel arrangements remain subject to confirmation.

How are students selected? Application shortlisting, followed by interaction with the student and parent/guardian. Payment does not guarantee selection.

What are the two fees? ₹200 is the separate registration fee. ₹8,999 is the separate trip participation fee for selected candidates.

Is ₹200 deducted from ₹8,999? No. The ₹200 registration fee is never deducted, adjusted, credited or offset against the ₹8,999 trip participation fee. Selected candidates pay the full ₹8,999 separately.

What happens if an applicant is not selected? Applicants who are not selected receive a full ₹200 refund within 7–10 working days after the final selection decision, subject to payment-channel processing.

What safety preparations are planned? Columbus expert advance reconnaissance at least 30 days before departure and a minimum of one mentor for every six students. These are plans, not claims of completed checks.

Will guardians receive live location updates? Guardian-consented live location updates are planned, subject to connectivity and network availability. Separate guardian consent will be obtained before trip updates; a continuous connection cannot be guaranteed.

When will the itinerary be fixed? The fixed day-wise itinerary will be published once verified. Current destination suggestions and travel arrangements are provisional.

What is included? Planned travel, meals, accommodation and standard entry tickets, subject to final confirmation.

Are swimming or boating confirmed? No. These depend on permission, conditions and appropriate supervision.

Where are the terms and privacy notice? Read the registration, refund and privacy terms and parent safety information and journey guide before applying.

When does registration open? Target: 8 November 2026, subject to release readiness checks. This policy update does not enable payments.

Feedback

"My first trip! Cost was affordable... roaming taught more than books." - Sachin (R2, Banaras)

"Smallest on the trip, but care was awesome. Loved Lotus Temple & Taj." - Trivendra (R3, Class 5)

"Metro rides and Jaipur forts made history real. Learned maps too!" - Aarushi (R3, Class 7)

"Golden Triangle in one run... returned more confident." - Mohd. Faizan (R3, Class 8)

"Science City blew my mind. Digha sunrise was perfect." - Ritesh (R4, Class 9)

"Eden Gardens, trams, sea waves. Felt safe and included." - Neha (R4, Class 9)

"Kolkata taught culture, Digha taught teamwork." - Abhay (R4, Class 11)

"Discovered photography... best RAAHII frames ever." - Drishti (R4, Class 10)

"Travel confidence unlocked... came back independent." - Achal (R4, Class 11)

"Pokhara’s Phewa Lake & Sarangkot sunrise were unreal." - Aditya (R5, Class 11)

"Crossing into Nepal... learned to travel light and help my team." - Rohan (R5, Class 6)

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